London Taxis INT TX II

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,402 cc

LX54 BPZMOT history

LX54 BPZ is a silver diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 205,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2025
Mileage
205,192 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 BPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX54 BPZ was last recorded at 205,192 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 7,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,536 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,656 miles
Average per year
6,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,192 miles
  • 2023 – 197,536 miles
  • 2022 – 197,380 miles
  • 2021 – 194,767 miles
  • 2020 – 193,569 miles
  • 2019 – 189,493 miles
  • 2018 – 184,434 miles
  • 2017 – 174,711 miles
  • 2016 – 164,958 miles
  • 2015 – 152,005 miles
  • 2014 – 138,441 miles
  • 2013 – 121,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail205,192 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal anti-slip provision missing
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryService pedal operates door locks

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear chassis has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail205,192 miles9 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,192 miles
    Test number
    462226223946
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal anti-slip provision missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService pedal operates door locks
  2. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    578106589847
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheel arches corroded,not in prescribed areas
  3. Pass197,536 miles (+156)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    197,536 miles
    Test number
    246093629184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner wheel arches corroded,not in prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met the required effort to pass
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has surface corrosion
  4. Pass197,380 miles (+2,613)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    197,380 miles
    Test number
    829939091059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner lower wheel arches corroded not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has surface corrosion
  5. Pass194,767 miles (+1,198)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    194,767 miles
    Test number
    983182697126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect coroded (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass193,569 miles (+4,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    193,569 miles
    Test number
    602170065915
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass189,493 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    189,493 miles
    Test number
    170692844539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass187,401 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    187,401 miles
    Test number
    662875224073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass184,434 miles (+3,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    184,434 miles
    Test number
    239712483393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass180,677 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    180,677 miles
    Test number
    914333294507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass174,711 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    174,711 miles
    Test number
    389596427971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass170,162 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    170,162 miles
    Test number
    904476155540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass164,958 miles (+6,412)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    164,958 miles
    Test number
    405823467212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass158,546 miles (+6,541)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,546 miles
    Test number
    551136363591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass152,005 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    152,005 miles
    Test number
    925113178337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,612 miles (+7,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    145,612 miles
    Test number
    108452085465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  17. Pass138,441 miles (+670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    138,441 miles
    Test number
    108809374297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  18. Pass137,771 miles (+6,854)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    137,771 miles
    Test number
    629505164239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass130,917 miles (+9,562)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,917 miles
    Test number
    778858094095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged and perishing in tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  20. Pass121,355 miles (+237)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    636306473255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  21. Fail121,118 miles2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,118 miles
    Test number
    865173773294
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about LX54 BPZ

Does LX54 BPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 BPZ expired on 4 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 BPZ?
The MOT on LX54 BPZ expired on 4 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 BPZ done?
LX54 BPZ was recorded at 205,192 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 6,514 miles a year.
Has LX54 BPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 BPZ has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX54 BPZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX54 BPZ find?
LX54 BPZ failed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 9 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: brake pedal anti-slip provision loose; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration, and 14 more.

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